This cream cheese crust is the perfect base for pies, tarts, and other baked goods. With its buttery and flaky texture, it adds a delicious twist to your favorite recipes. Made with cream cheese, butter, flour, and a hint of sugar, this crust is both easy to make and incredibly versatile. Whether you're baking a sweet fruit pie or a savory quiche, this cream cheese crust will elevate your dish to the next level. Give it a try and impress your friends and family with your baking skills!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cold
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the bowl.
- Cut the cold cream cheese into small pieces and add it to the bowl.
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, blend the butter, cream cheese, and flour mixture together until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Knead the dough lightly until it comes together into a ball.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- When ready to use, remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie or tart pan.
- Gently transfer the rolled-out dough to the pan and press it into the bottom and sides.
- Trim any excess dough from the edges.
- Proceed with your desired recipe, whether it's filling the crust with a sweet pie filling or a savory quiche mixture.
- Bake according to the specific directions of your recipe.
- Enjoy your delicious baked goods with the flaky, buttery goodness of the cream cheese crust!
